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10-Q2026-05-07· grok-4-1-fast-non-reasoning

GFF · Griffon Corporation

0001628280-26-032347

SEC filing

Summary

Q2 revenue declined 31.0% to $421.9M due to topline contraction, though gross margin expanded to 45.5% and operating margin held at 20.7%, reflecting cost discipline amid residential market pressures.

Key takeaways

Full analysis

Gross profit reached $192.0 million, a 23.9% decline from $252.2 million, but gross margin expanded to 45.5% from prior levels. This improvement stems from the favorable price and mix effects highlighted in the six-month commentary, enabling better absorption of input costs despite lower volumes. Operating income was $87.3 million, down 13.7% from $101.2 million, with operating margin steady at 20.7%. The narrower decline versus revenue reflects disciplined cost control, allowing the company to maintain profitability on a reduced topline.

Net income fell to $19.3 million from $56.8 million, a 66.0% decrease, with diluted EPS at $0.42 versus $1.21. This compression highlights the leverage impact of topline contraction on bottom-line results, though margins held firm at the gross and operating levels. Capital expenditures moderated to $17.7 million from $31.2 million, signaling prudent investment pacing. Management assesses liquidity in terms of generating cash for operating, investing, and financing activities, believing sufficient resources exist to invest in existing businesses and strategic opportunities while managing capital structure.

Working capital dynamics provide operational context: the six-month net increase was driven by higher inventory and decreased accounts payable and accrued liabilities. Cash from operations benefited from this alongside core generation. These factors explain moderated cash deployment and underscore focus on liquidity preservation. Overall, results demonstrate resilience through pricing power and cost management, positioning Griffon to navigate residential headwinds while maintaining strong margins and liquidity for strategic flexibility.